Jeddah travel guide
Jeddah Tourism | Jeddah Guide
You're Going to Love Jeddah
With a population of 2.87 million, Jeddah is the largest city in Makkah, Saudi Arabia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Jeddah has to offer.
Where to Eat in Jeddah
If you’re looking for affordable options, Spears - InterContinental Jeddah (Al Kurnaysh Rd) and Al Ferdaus - InterContinental Jeddah (Al Kurnaysh Rd, Al-Hamra'a) are great picks.
When to visit Jeddah
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Jeddah in July, when the average temperature is 32 °C, and the highest can go up to 37 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 18 °C, with an average temperature of 23 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 20 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Jeddah, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.
How to Get to Jeddah
Plane
When flying to Jeddah, you’ll arrive at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED), which is located 9 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Jeddah from Australia departs from Perth and takes around 17h 15m.
Car
Another option to get to Jeddah is to pick up a car hire from Mecca, which is about 41 miles from Jeddah. You’ll find branches of Budget and Final Rentals, among others, in Mecca.
Airlines serving Jeddah
Where to stay in Jeddah
From 5-star hotels such as the Joudyan Jeddah Red Sea Mall to great affordable options like the Ewaa Express Hotel - Alrawda, Jeddah offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $92 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $349 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include DoubleTree by Hilton Jeddah Al Andalus Mall and Taj Al Worood Hotel. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Jeddah, with prices from $50 to $548 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Jeddah are about 16% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Jeddah
Hiring a car in Jeddah
Hiring a car in Jeddah costs $96 per day, on average, or $384 if you want to hire it for 4 days.
You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 47% more expensive than at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl.